📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Research Fellow and Laboratory Assistant
The Indian Institute of Engineering Science & Technology (IIEST), Shibpur has released a notification for the recruitment of 1 Research Fellow and 1 Laboratory Assistant on a contractual basis for a project on "Development of an Explainable AI for Tympanic Membrane Symptom Detection". Eligible candidates can apply via email.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Engineering Science & Technology (IIEST), Shibpur |
| Post Names | Research Fellow, Laboratory Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Notification Date | 22nd July 2026 |
| Application Mode | |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Official Website | iiests.ac.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACTOR
Number of Vacancies:2
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Fellowship (₹) | Project Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Fellow | 1 | ₹48,100 (JRF) / ₹54,600 (SRF) | Up to June 2029 |
| 2 | Laboratory Assistant | 1 | ₹35,100 | Up to June 2029 |
| Total | 2 | |||
Eligibility & Age Criteria
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Desirable Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Fellow | M.Tech. or equivalent in CS/IT OR B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc. with NET/GATE qualification | M.Tech. in CS/IT (AIML/Data Science), experience in AI/ML/DL, Computer Vision, Python, medical image analysis | Max 35 years (Relaxation: +5 for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PH) |
| Laboratory Assistant | Bachelor's degree or Diploma in CS, IT, Electronics, or related discipline | B.Tech. in CS/IT, experience in project record maintenance, data management, lab equipment, and administrative tasks | Max 35 years (Relaxation: +5 for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PH) |
Educational Qualification & Experience:For Research Fellow: M.Tech. or equivalent in Computer Science/Information Technology OR B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc. with a national eligibility test (CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, etc.). For Laboratory Assistant: Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or a related discipline.
Skills:Research Fellow: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Python, Medical Image Analysis, Explainable AI. Laboratory Assistant: Project record maintenance, data management, laboratory equipment management, software handling, documentation, procurement, administrative tasks.
Age Limit:Maximum 35 years for both posts. Upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Woman and Physically Handicapped candidates.
Salary (per month): Research Fellow: ₹48,100 (JRF) / ₹54,600 (SRF) per month. Laboratory Assistant: ₹35,100 per month. (All include 30% HRA).
Selection Procedure:
- Shortlisting: Applications will be shortlisted based on eligibility and qualifications.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned for any category.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates who wish to apply for the IIEST Shibpur positions must follow the email application process below.
- Read Official Notification: Download and read the official notification PDF carefully.
- Prepare Application: Write an application letter on plain paper and prepare a recent bio-data.
- Attach Documents: Self-attest and attach copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, worksheets, etc.).
- Send Email: Send the complete application via email to Prof. Asit Kumar Das at one of the following email addresses: [email protected] or [email protected].
- Email Subject: Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Confirm Deadline: Ensure the email is sent within 10 days of the publication date (22nd July 2026), i.e., by 01 August 2026.
Important: Provide a valid email ID and phone number in your application for communication regarding the interview. Physical documents will be verified at the time of joining.
📅 Important Dates
Notification Date: 22nd July 2026
Last Date for Application (via Email): 01st August 2026 (within 10 days of publication)
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification (PDF)
Official Website: https://www.iiests.ac.in
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Eligibility: Carefully check the educational qualifications, age limits, and experience requirements for each post.
- Application Deadline: The last date is 01 August 2026. Ensure your email is sent well in advance.
- Documents: Send self-attested soft copies of all certificates. Original documents will be verified later.
- Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview date and venue.
- Communication: Provide active email ID and phone number for interview communication.
- Desirable Skills: Highlight relevant skills like AI/ML, Python, and medical image analysis for the Research Fellow post, and administrative/record-keeping skills for the Laboratory Assistant post.